A Financial Look At How Much Listing Will Cost You in

Do you want to sell your house? Before you hire an agent or sign a listing agreement, make sure you know how much listing will cost you. In our latest post, we outline some of the costs you will incur when listing your house in .

Many times, sellers aren’t prepared for how much listing will cost when hiring a real estate agent in . An agent might make big promises on how much you can list your house for, but that doesn’t mean they will be able to follow through. Below are some of the costs you can expect to face when listing your home. For a fast and fair alternative, call Discreet Homebuyers now for a direct offer! You will be able to sell right away and avoid the costs listed below!

Commissions

Commissions will typically run about 5-6% of the final sale price. So let’s say you sell your house for $200,000. That is $12,000 that will immediately go to your agent. That doesn’t include any fees charged by your agent. Every realtor works differently, but not all are full-service. You might find yourself paying marketing and administrative costs to your agent in addition to their commission.

Repairs

You repair costs will vary greatly depending on the house. You will likely need to do at least some small things such as paint, repair holes in the walls and any other small repairs. However, some properties require much more work before they are ready for the MLS. If you find yourself spending thousands to get it ready for the MLS, you have to ask yourself… are the repair costs really worth it?

Upgrades

To keep your house competitive with others on the market, you will likely consider making some upgrades to the home. You don’t need to spend a fortune to make a big impact. New fixtures, carpeting, countertops or flooring can all completely change the feel of the room. To help your property to sell quickly, you will want to make sure you have something to make it stand out from the competition.

Cleaning

Not only do you need to clean your house, but you will likely need to pay someone to have it professionally cleaned. Listing your home is no joke. Dirt and clutter can be very off-putting to people viewing your home. Your home might be in wonderful condition, but if your kitchen walls are dirty, the floors need to be mopped or if it smells like pets, a potential buyer could easily walk away. Even if you do most of the cleaning yourself, it still pays to hire someone to do the windows and carpets.

Landscaping

Curb appeal is a huge factor when listing your house. There shouldn’t be any clutter laying about, toys should be put away and the porch should be warm and inviting. If the front yard isn’t professionally landscaped, consider doing so. Plant some brightly colored flowers, add new fixtures such as a mailbox and house numbers and whenever possible, park all cars away from the house. When people come to view your house, seeing cars in the driveway will be a subconscious reminder they aren’t at home. You want them to feel the opposite. You want people to feel at home from the moment they pull into the driveway.

Staging

Staging can get pretty pricey, but many owners swear by it. Even if you don’t do the whole house, consider doing some of the main rooms. Work with a professional stager or interior designer in your area to achieve the best results.

Utilities

Even if you are no longer living in the home you will still need to keep the power and water on. People will need to check the lights and have the use of running water when viewing your home.

Marketing, Listing, Photography and Other Miscellaneous Fees

Some agents will require you to pay these costs, while others include them in their commission. Many sellers will hire their own professional photographer to capture photographs of the property. Having a top-notch listing, with excellent photos will help you sell your house more quickly.

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We buy houses in ANY CONDITION! We pay CASH and you will not pay any commissions, agents, or fees. Put your address and email below and answer 5 easy questions on the next page to get a cash offer in 24 hours!